G-Shock debuts smartwatch with Wear OS by Google

Casio has expanded the G-Shock Move collection of sports watches with the introduction of its first G-Shock Move Pro multi-sport smartwatch with Wear OS by Google. The GSWH1000-1 provides proactive and customized technology that allows users to stay connected and motivated toward their fitness goals, with key functions that can measure a range of sports including running, trail running, cycling, swimming, surfing, skiing fishing, and trekking.

The model comes in an all-black, honeycomb textured case and band with a titanium case back for added strength and corrosion resistance. The watch also boasts a high-quality, dual layer touch screen display for ease of use, with a color LCD display that makes it easy to view maps and measure data while simultaneously working out. The dual display is 200M water resistant and provides the world’s first shock and 200M water resistant microphone and magnetic charging port.

Additional technical features include an optical sensor that can measure heart rate by detecting the blood flow under the skin, sensors for measuring altitude/barometric pressure, compass and bearing, a gyrometer, and a 3-axis accelerometer that detects body movement to measure step count and distance traveled. The new smartwatch also comes with fast, high-precision GPS that quickly acquires location information and measures speed, pace, and other multi-sports data. The GPS also includes GLONASS and MICHIBIKI support to boost accuracy and connection speed. 

The timepiece also features new technical capabilities with Bluetooth connectivity via the updated G-Shock Move App. This allows users to choose between three different watch face options, manage measurement data, and manage training history for specific activities. Another new function the app provides is sensor overlay, where users can place their workout data on top of photos/videos from their workouts to easily share on social media.

In terms of style, the new timepiece boasts large, non-slip buttons that make it easy to access while on the move. For example, a colored, aluminum Direct Start button allows for a one-touch operation to start your workout at any moment, while a metal bezel functions as a high-quality GPS antenna. The GSWH1000-1 also comes with a magnetic dedicated charging cable. 

The GSWH1000-1 comes equipped with G-SHOCK technology including shock resistance, 200M water resistance, corrosion resistant, offline mapping, built-in water resistant microphone, vibration alarm, sunrise/sunset data, and tide graph/fishing time. The watch will be available beginning next month purchase starting mid-May at select G-Shock retailers, the G-Shock Soho Store, and gshock.com.